…is at the conference to highlight some of the projects they are working on such as the Yara Water Sensor. “It’s a device that attaches to the leaf of the…
British Geological Survey: Farm Nitrates are Polluting the Earth
…nitrates from fertilizers could have severe global-scale consequences for rivers, water supplies, human health and the economy. As the nitrates settle into the earth, the researchers say it will be…
China Phasing Out More Pesticides in Push for Food Safety
…while calling for more research and development to produce highly-effective alternatives with low toxicity. Beijing announced two years ago a goal to achieve zero growth in the amount of pesticides…
Chowchilla Dairy Farmer Named 2017 Conservation Agriculture Farmer Innovator
…his farm as well. McRee noticed improved water-holding capacity of his soil since working with strip-tillage, as well as increased consistency in the soil’s ability to absorb water, mellower soil…
Industry Challenges Addressed at Central Valley Avocado Meeting
…avocado varieties look most promising for the San Joaquin Valley. Ben Faber, a UC Farm Advisor who specializes in soils, water, and subtropical crops, discussed the irrigation and soil requirements…
Celebrate the First Annual California Soils Week
…The theme was chosen to highlight the role that California soil plays in feeding the world, water conservation, improving air quality and combating climate changing. “California Soils Week will highlight…
Thermal Wall for Garden Plants
…home is made of brick, stone, or concrete. In the case of those with wooden walls, try using black barrels or tanks of water along the outside of the wall…
Make Your Own Cleaning Products
…carpets, or making your own stain remover, mix water, castile soap, and vinegar. Disinfecting, Water, borax, and vinegar can get the job done, perhaps nicely scented with some lemon juice….
Almond Board: Thanksgiving Message
…in key areas like water quality and irrigation practices, pest management, air quality and biomass. Established in 1950 and based in Modesto, California, Almond Board of California is a non-profit…
USDA Provides Tips and Resources for a Bacteria-Free Thanksgiving
…with paper towels and use a slow stream of water to avoid splashing. To stuff or not to stuff For optimal food safety, do not stuff the turkey. Even if…
Perdue Hears Concerns of California Farmers
…state to state.” As written, the law caps the number of H-2C visas at 450,000 and ties visa holders to one employer for the length of their stay. Water, of…
California Cotton Primed for Success in 2018
…reported that while prices may not be the best they could ask for this year, they are not too bad either. Growers are most excited about the current water supplies…
USDA Offers Assistance to Protect Privately-Owned Wetlands, Agricultural Lands and Grasslands
…They also store floodwaters, clean and recharge groundwater, sequester carbon, trap sediment, and filter pollutants for clean water.” Wetland conservation easements are either permanent or for 30 years. Eligible lands…
USDA/NIFA Invests in Programs to Increase Crop Productivity, Profitability, and Stewardship of Three Crops
…developed alfalfa water management strategies under drought conditions that limit the amount of irrigation water available, while ensuring the availability of dependable supplies of alfalfa in the region for dairy…